Valeriana officinalis Valerian (Valerianaceae)

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Valeriana officinalis
Valerian
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The Valeriana officinalis plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Valerianaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Valerian.

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Latin Name:  Valeriana officinalis
Common Name:  Valerian
Family:  Valerianaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  It is said that prolonged medicinal use of this plant can lead to addiction[9]. A course of treatment should not exceed 3 months.

Mature Height:  1.5   Mature Width:  1

Habitat:  Grassland, scrub, woods etc, on dry or damp soils[9, 17]. Avoids acid soils.

Edible Uses: Seed[172]. No further details are given but the seeds of other members of this genus are parched and then eaten. An essential oil from the leaves and root is used as a flavouring in ice cream, baked goods, condiments etc[183]. It is especially important in apple flavours[238]. The leaves can also be used as a condiment[61]. The plant is used in moderation as a herbal tea[183].

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